Learn how to go beyond classical automation with CFEngine 3, one of the most established configuration management systems available. In this video tutorial, host and CFEngine creator Mark Burgess takes you on a tour of discovery from basic automation concepts to more complex examples, such as implementing distributed orchestration.Along the way, sysadmins, developers, and distributed system architects will learn the theory behind configuration management, executable documentation, and self-healing systems through many exercises and hands-on examples. You'll also discover how to apply CFEngine to a variety of systems.Dive into the basics of automation: the brain model vs the society modelExplore CFEngine 3 components, including promises and agentsUnderstand the three roles for using CFEngineTake the first steps towards becoming a system designerLearn how to tell your story with promises, the basis of orchestration